Robertson County Car Accident Attorney

Let Us Help With the Legal Details While You Focus On Your Recovery

A car accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed with emotion and worried about what to do next. If you are dealing with a serious injury — or struggling to help a family member get better — it can be hard to keep your head above water.

Fortunately, you are not alone. At Rhonda R. Crabtree, Attorney At Law, we are ready to handle the legal concerns you might have. Whether you are already in negotiations with the responsible party or you need to start the process of filing an injury claim, we have the experience necessary to make certain those negotiations go as smoothly as possible.

If you’re looking for representation in your car accident case, contact our firm online or call (615) 235-1564 to schedule a consultation with our legal team today!

Why Do Car Accidents Occur in Robertson County?

Car accidents are commonly caused by factors such as distracted driving, impaired driving (DUI), speeding, and hazardous weather conditions. Distracted driving, including texting or using a phone behind the wheel, is a major issue, especially on busy roads like Highway 41 and Highway 76. Impaired driving remains a significant risk, particularly during weekends and holidays, while speeding is common on highways and rural roads where drivers may underestimate hazards. Additionally, severe weather conditions, including rain, snow, and fog, can make roads slippery and reduce visibility, leading to accidents.

Other causes of car accidents in Robertson County include reckless driving, fatigued drivers, and vehicle defects. Reckless or aggressive driving behaviors, such as tailgating and failure to yield, increase accident risks, particularly in busy intersections. Fatigue, especially among long-distance commuters, and wildlife collisions in rural areas like Highway 41, further contribute to accidents. Poorly maintained roads and unexpected vehicle malfunctions can also cause crashes. 

What Types of Compensation You May Be Entitled To?

If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Robertson County, you may be entitled to several types of compensation, including:

• Medical Expenses: Compensation for past, present, and future medical treatment related to your injuries.
• Lost Wages: Reimbursement for wages lost due to time off work while recovering from your injuries.
• Property Damage: Compensation for repairing or replacing your vehicle and other property damaged in the accident.
• Pain and Suffering: Financial compensation for the physical and emotional pain caused by the accident and its aftermath.
• Loss of Consortium: Compensation for the impact the accident has had on your relationship with a spouse or family member.
• Punitive Damages: In cases of extreme negligence, such as DUI accidents, you may be entitled to punitive damages designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter future misconduct.

How to Determine the Cause of the Accident?

When insurance companies determine who was “at fault,” they are determining who was “negligent.” Some car accident cases involve classic forms of negligence. The party that broke the speed limit, for example, will almost always be held liable in a car accident case. Other cases are more controversial. Who can you really blame for your accident?

One of the keys to success is convincingly arguing that the other side recently acted negligently. After using the following evidence, your injury attorney will do whatever they can to establish that negligence has led to your accident:

• Cell phone records can establish that the other driver was recently on their cell phone. Talking or texting on a cell phone while driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents in the US. It is also grounds for negligence. 
• There are many forms of inattentive driving. Showing that the driver was doing something they should not have been doing, like putting on makeup or playing video games, may play a significant role in the final outcome of the case.
• If the at-fault driver receives a traffic violation, it’s usually critical to the case. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), inattentive driving accounts annually for nearly 600,000 traffic violations.

You are welcome to show up to a free consultation with a Robertson County car accident lawyer, bringing details regarding your case, and a legal team that is ready to take on the world. We want to hear your side of the story. If you already have pictures and video footage of the accident, make sure to bring it with you.